A Company Needs to Locate Three Departments (X, Y, and Z)

question 24

Multiple Choice

A company needs to locate three departments (X, Y, and Z) in the three areas (I, II, and III) of a new facility. They want to minimize interdepartmental transportation costs, which are expected to be $.50 per load meter moved. An analyst has prepared the following flow and distance matrices:
What is the distance (in meters) from area III to area I of this new facility?

• A) 0
• B) 10
• C) 20
• D) 30
• E) 40

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Definitions:

Sigmoid Colon

The part of the large intestine closest to the rectum and anus, curving in an 'S' shape.

Descending Colon

A part of the large intestine that transports feces downward from the transverse colon to the sigmoid colon on the left side of the abdomen.

Rectum

The final section of the large intestine, terminating at the anus, where feces are stored before being expelled.

Nasopharynx

The upper part of the throat that lies behind the nose and above the level of the soft palate.